GNSS Analyzer vs Status Tool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GNSS Analyzer
Record and analyze positioning data from QZSS-supported receivers. View satellite radar, signal strength, and current location on a map. Import logs to review past data and receive disaster management reports.
- Record NMEA positioning data
- View satellite radar and signal level
- Display current position on map
- Import and preview recorded NMEA logs
- Receive QZSS DC Reports
- Share NMEA log files via email
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This application enables you to record positioning data by the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) supported receiver. ●What is GNSS Analyzer？ GNSS Analyzer enables you to record positioning data (NMEA log) by the QZSS supported receiver. It is provided satellites radar and signal level (C/N). You can also see the current position on the map. In addition, you can import the recorded NMEA log and display on the radar and the map. Furthermore, you can receive messages of Satellite Report for Disaster and Crisis Management "DC Report" that is known as QZSS services. ※You need QZSS supported receiver that is leased for free in the website below. URL: https://qzss.go.jp/appli-demo/appli01_info.html ●GNSS Analyzer main functions 【NMEA】 ・It shows positioning data as NMEA log by the receiver that are connected to your device (BLE connection). ・You can record output NMEA log in your device. ・Those recorded NMEA log file can be shared by e-mail. 【MapSky】 ・It is provided satellites radar and signal level (C/N). ・You can also see the current position on the map. 【Preview】 ・You can import the recorded NMEA log and display satellites radar, signal level and map position of time that you select. 【DC Report】 ・It shows messages of "DC Report" from QZSS. ・You can select display language (English or Japanese) and filter massages by current location. ●Support version -iOS 26 -iOS 18 -iOS 17 -iOS 16 -iOS 15 -iOS 14
Status Tool
This utility app displays detailed status information from specific Dual Electronics GPS and ADS-B receivers. It confirms connection, signal reception, battery level, and GPS satellite data. It is intended for reference and not for critical flight decisions.
- Confirms receiver connection
- Shows ADS-B signal status
- Displays GPS satellite data
- Reports battery level and charging status
- Provides receiver communication details
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The ADS-B Status Tool is a simple utility application for use with the “XGPS190 GPS + ADS-B Weather and Traffic Receiver with AHRS” and "The XGPS170(D) GPS + ADS-B Weather & Traffic Receiver" from Dual Electronics Corp. This app shows detailed information from the XGPS170(D) and XGPS190 including: - confirmation that the receiver is connected and communicating with your iOS device - whether or not the device is actively receiving an ADS-B signal - what kind of ADS-B information is being received - the number of GPS satellites in view and their signal strength - your location, or whether the receiver is still waiting for satellite information - the battery level - the charging status Installation of this app is optional. The XGPS does not require this app to be installed on your iPhone/iPad in order to work. Please note: 1) This app is not designed to replace the EFB app on your iPhone/iPad. 2) The information provided by this app if for reference only, and should not be used for making critical flight decisions. Languages: English Requirements: - Compatible with iPhone/iPad - Requires iOS 10.0 or later - For use only with the XGPS170 / XGPS170D / XGPS190 receiver from Dual Electronics Corp. Support e-mail: cs@dualav.com Dual ADS-B Receiver web site: https://www.dualav.com/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Status Tool at 2.8 against GNSS Analyzer's 1.0. Status Tool also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (14 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Status Tool holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Status Tool has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of GNSS Analyzer's written reviews are positive against 14% of Status Tool's.
GNSS Analyzer ships an update every 12 months, Status Tool every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GNSS Analyzer | Status Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 2.8 (14 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 14.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 14 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 10.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NEC Corporation | NAMSUNG AMERICA, INC. |
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GNSS Analyzer
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In-app purchases
GNSS Analyzer
No in-app purchases
Status Tool
No in-app purchases
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